RCA and banana plugs are two of the widely used audio cables out there. But what’s the difference between the two, and when do you choose one over the other? After some hours of research, I’ve put together everything I learned about the differences and similarities between RCA and banana plugs in this article. If this is something you’re interested in learning about, then let’s jump straight into it. … Read more
Audio devices like amplifiers, mixer boards, etc., come with several outputs. A line out and a direct out are just two of these numerous output ports. Between these two output ports, line-outs are the most popular. If you’ve been around instrumentalists and musicians, then you might have heard the term line out being used. What about the lesser-known direct out port? What do you know about this output port? … Read more
A digital-to-analog converter (DAC) is a great device. They play a valuable role in the audio industry. DACs are widely known to translate digital data from devices such as laptops into analog form. Aside from this, can DACs perform any other function? Can you use a dedicated DAC as a preamp? This is the question most audio enthusiasts have been asking, and this article will address it, so read … Read more
Compression is a very useful tool for some audio engineers when they are recording. Some prefer compressing vocals, drums, or the bass guitar before the audio signal gets to the Digital Audio Workstation (or DAW). Unfortunately, there are not many audio interfaces with built-in compressors. This is not to say they don’t exist. They do exist. But compression is not a standard feature built into many audio interfaces. So … Read more
A trumpet is one of the most popular bass instruments. In recent years, the trombone has also gained a lot of popularity. Thus, there has been significant interest and demand for trombone players. This is because trombonists have become a significant part of most bands. Therefore, a lot of trumpet players have been exploring the possibility of playing the trombone. In fact, the ability to double on brass instruments … Read more
When you look at the banjo and the guitar, there’s no denying that these two instruments look quite similar. They are both stringed instruments and have identical necks and headstocks. And the similarities between these two instruments make people wonder if a guitar player can pick up a banjo and start playing right away. I am part of those people. So I decided to research this topic. And here … Read more
3.5mm and 1/4 inch jacks remain one of the most used audio jacks in the world. Both jacks are commonly referred to as “headphone jacks,” and they are similar in many regards. But what is the difference between 1/4″ and 3.5mm connectors? That’s what we’ll talk about in this article. What is a 3.5mm Connector? The 3.5mm connector, popularly known as the “headphone-jack,” is common in consumer electronic gadgets. … Read more
Although there are Digital-to-Analog converters (or DACs) built into audio devices such as integrated amps, DVD/CD players, smartphones, and even computers, they are not as great sounding as dedicated standalone DACs. And if you’re an audio enthusiast or consider yourself an audiophile, you probably know this too. So in this article, we’re going to talk about DACs. And not just any DACs, but DACs with XLR output. As you … Read more
Are you thinking of teaching yourself how to play the saxophone? Is it even possible to learn the sax by yourself? What are the different ways to learn to play the sax on your own? How long does it take to learn to play the saxophone on your own? This and many more questions are what we’ll answer for you in this article. If that’s something you’re interested … Read more
Speaker baffles have a variety of functions that go beyond their outward appearances. There are a lot of speculations on the practicality of them. But do they perform as expected, and are they worth it? In this article, we seek to explore reasons why they are worth it and even more. But first, let’s answer the question that probably brought you here. Do speaker baffles work? Speaker baffles do … Read more